Turmeric / BP blend benefits
Curcuma longa & Piper nigrum
| A relative of ginger, this vivid yellow-orange spice is common in Indian, Southeast Asian, and Middle Eastern cooking. It's also been used as medicine in places like India for centuries to treat issues such as breathing problems. Lately, turmeric has been touted as a super food that can fight cancer, ease depression, and more. |
Relieves Angina
Turmeric is a very popular spice which has been found to be very effective for the heart and prevents various heart related problems like Angina Pain. Curcumin is one of the main compounds found in Turmeric, which help in inhibiting the formation of plaque in the arteries of the blood and reducing the cholesterol deposits in the arteries. These properties of Turmeric help in eliminating the two main reasons responsible for Angina Pain due to inadequate oxygen supply to the heart muscles.
Type 2 diabetes
Because curcumin can help fight inflammation and keep blood sugar levels steady, it could be a useful tool to prevent or treat type 2 diabetes. One study followed 240 adults with prediabetes and found that taking a curcumin supplement over 9 months lowered their odds of developing diabetes. Research is ongoing, but a lot of the studies so far have been on animals, not people.
Premenstrual syndrome
A recent study that followed women for three menstrual cycles in a row found that curcumin supplements helped ease PMS symptoms. A study on muscles from guinea pigs and rats suggests that turmeric could bring relief from menstrual cramps, too.
Arthritis
Turmeric has shown promise for its ability to ease joint pain, stiffness, and inflammation. However, we need more research before turmeric becomes a go-to arthritis treatment. If you decide to try it for your joint pain, help your body absorb natural curcumin by eating your turmeric along with black pepper.
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